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Originally Posted by Carib Classics
... With the subframe bolted and welded to the original chassis it will becoming an integral part of the final car structure...
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The Miglias and Sammios were both designed so that the internal framework is bolted to the chassis.
The fibreglass bodywork is then bonded to the framework to effectively form a new body shell that could be removed if required.
It is the fact that it can be removed that allows these cars to avoid IVA by following the "re-body" rules.
IMHO the argument about whether it is technically possible to cut and extend the chassis is a red herring.
Even if you can technically do it, you are still left with no choice but to declare it and get an IVA test.
( Or your insurance will be invalid as your would not be road legal without the IVA. )
Obviously there are plenty of cars on the roads that are not legal.
But I would hope no one on here would publicly suggest you follow them.
Good luck, Paul.
PS
I hope this doesn't come across as trying to lecture you, that is not my intention.